Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Faith Finders January Schedule
The Faith Finders will meet January 6th and January 20th so if you have students that join us or the middle school students who help please mark your calendars. Also our new ending time if the students stay to eat is going to be 5:45. Please pick up your child by then. Thank you. Happy New Year!!!
Study Guide Dec 21st - Dec 26th
STUDY GUIDE
Monday, December 21: An Extra-Ordinary Night; Read Luke 2:11. It was an ordinary night with ordinary sheep and ordinary shepherds. Were it not for a God who loves to hook “extra” on the front of ordinary, the night would have gone unnoticed. God dances amidst the common, and that night He did a waltz. God comes into the common and His most powerful tools are the simplest.
Tuesday, December 22: The Gift of Grace; Read Proverbs 8:35. Grace is created by God and given to man, and on that basis alone, Christianity, is set apart from any other religion in the world. Every other approach to God is a bartering system. Christianity isn’t a bartering system; man has no grounds upon which to negotiate.
Wednesday, December 23: God’s Great Gifts; Read 2 Corinthians 9:15. Why did He do it, you ask in disbelief? He did it to hear those words of disbelief, “You did this for me!” The next time a sunrise steals your breath or a meadow of flowers leaves you speechless, remain that way. Say nothing as heaven whispers, “Do you like it? I did it just for you.”
Thursday, December 24: The Promise Remains; Read Matthew 1:16. Why did God use people to deliver His son? He didn’t have to; He could have just laid the Savior on a doorstep. The answer is simple. He wants us to know that when the world goes wild, He stays calm.
Friday, December 25: God Became A Man; Read Philippians 2:7. It all happened in a remarkable moment, a moment like no other. God became a man. Divinity arrived. Heaven opened herself and placed her most precious one in a human womb. The omnipotent, in one instant, became flesh and blood.
Saturday, December 26: The Strength of God’s Love; Read Romans 5:8. “Can anything make me stop loving you?” God asks. You wonder how long my love will last? Find your answer on a splintered cross, on a craggy hill. That’s me up there feeling your sin. That‘s your death I’m dying. That’s your resurrection I’m living. That’s how much I love you.
(Grace. Gibbs. Thomas Nelson. 2000)
Monday, December 21: An Extra-Ordinary Night; Read Luke 2:11. It was an ordinary night with ordinary sheep and ordinary shepherds. Were it not for a God who loves to hook “extra” on the front of ordinary, the night would have gone unnoticed. God dances amidst the common, and that night He did a waltz. God comes into the common and His most powerful tools are the simplest.
Tuesday, December 22: The Gift of Grace; Read Proverbs 8:35. Grace is created by God and given to man, and on that basis alone, Christianity, is set apart from any other religion in the world. Every other approach to God is a bartering system. Christianity isn’t a bartering system; man has no grounds upon which to negotiate.
Wednesday, December 23: God’s Great Gifts; Read 2 Corinthians 9:15. Why did He do it, you ask in disbelief? He did it to hear those words of disbelief, “You did this for me!” The next time a sunrise steals your breath or a meadow of flowers leaves you speechless, remain that way. Say nothing as heaven whispers, “Do you like it? I did it just for you.”
Thursday, December 24: The Promise Remains; Read Matthew 1:16. Why did God use people to deliver His son? He didn’t have to; He could have just laid the Savior on a doorstep. The answer is simple. He wants us to know that when the world goes wild, He stays calm.
Friday, December 25: God Became A Man; Read Philippians 2:7. It all happened in a remarkable moment, a moment like no other. God became a man. Divinity arrived. Heaven opened herself and placed her most precious one in a human womb. The omnipotent, in one instant, became flesh and blood.
Saturday, December 26: The Strength of God’s Love; Read Romans 5:8. “Can anything make me stop loving you?” God asks. You wonder how long my love will last? Find your answer on a splintered cross, on a craggy hill. That’s me up there feeling your sin. That‘s your death I’m dying. That’s your resurrection I’m living. That’s how much I love you.
(Grace. Gibbs. Thomas Nelson. 2000)
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Mark your calendars - Blood Pressure Clinic
Barb Farmer will hold a Blood Pressure Clinic at the church starting at 10:15 am on Valentine's Day Feb 14 2010 in honor of American Heart Month. Be sure and come for a BP check and special treats!
Study Guide Dec. 14th - 19th
STUDY GUIDE
Monday, December 14: Living In Harmony: Read 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. Does God honestly care about what is going on in our lives? The answer is “yes”. Even the midst of our times of despair and frustration, God assures us of His compassion and presence. If you are going through a difficult time, thank God for His compassion and then ask Him to teach you how to comfort others in their trials.
Tuesday, December 15: He Will Be Called Wonderful: Read Isaiah 9:6. The dictionary defines “wonderful” as anything that is so unusual or magnificent that it causes wonder or amazement. That is an excellent description of Jesus. Jesus was wonderful in His pre-existence as the perfect man who was also God. He existed from all eternity, and He was equally at home on earth and in heaven.
Wednesday, December 16: The Promise of Rest: Read Psalm 23:1-3. No Psalm is better known or loved than Psalm 23. It has become so familiar to us that we may have forgotten its riches. Take time to read it slowly and contemplate its meaning.
Thursday, December 17: Joy, Hope, Patience, and Prayer. Read Romans 12:12. Discouragement and depression can come for many reasons. We all brush up against them when we lose someone to death, or experience a problem that overwhelms us. When we feel discouraged or depressed, we need to turn to God in prayer and commit the situation into His hands. God wants us to be aware of His presence and His love during these lonely times.
Friday, December 18: God in The Flesh: Read Isaiah 7:14. Jesus lived only thirty three years, yet He transformed civilization, and after two thousand years, millions worship Him. The Bible teaches us the He is God in human flesh, God incarnate. Jesus the eternal Son of God never had a beginning and He will never have an end.
Saturday, December 19: The Christ of Christmas; Read Luke 2:11. Jesus came for all of us, and today He can be your Christ. Today you and I can know the Christ of Christmas who alone can wipe away your tears, lift our burdens, solve our problems, forgive our sins, and make us new. Your Christmas will be joyful as you discover these truths.
(Wisdom. Stilwell, Thomas Nelson. 2008.)
Monday, December 14: Living In Harmony: Read 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. Does God honestly care about what is going on in our lives? The answer is “yes”. Even the midst of our times of despair and frustration, God assures us of His compassion and presence. If you are going through a difficult time, thank God for His compassion and then ask Him to teach you how to comfort others in their trials.
Tuesday, December 15: He Will Be Called Wonderful: Read Isaiah 9:6. The dictionary defines “wonderful” as anything that is so unusual or magnificent that it causes wonder or amazement. That is an excellent description of Jesus. Jesus was wonderful in His pre-existence as the perfect man who was also God. He existed from all eternity, and He was equally at home on earth and in heaven.
Wednesday, December 16: The Promise of Rest: Read Psalm 23:1-3. No Psalm is better known or loved than Psalm 23. It has become so familiar to us that we may have forgotten its riches. Take time to read it slowly and contemplate its meaning.
Thursday, December 17: Joy, Hope, Patience, and Prayer. Read Romans 12:12. Discouragement and depression can come for many reasons. We all brush up against them when we lose someone to death, or experience a problem that overwhelms us. When we feel discouraged or depressed, we need to turn to God in prayer and commit the situation into His hands. God wants us to be aware of His presence and His love during these lonely times.
Friday, December 18: God in The Flesh: Read Isaiah 7:14. Jesus lived only thirty three years, yet He transformed civilization, and after two thousand years, millions worship Him. The Bible teaches us the He is God in human flesh, God incarnate. Jesus the eternal Son of God never had a beginning and He will never have an end.
Saturday, December 19: The Christ of Christmas; Read Luke 2:11. Jesus came for all of us, and today He can be your Christ. Today you and I can know the Christ of Christmas who alone can wipe away your tears, lift our burdens, solve our problems, forgive our sins, and make us new. Your Christmas will be joyful as you discover these truths.
(Wisdom. Stilwell, Thomas Nelson. 2008.)
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Study Guide Dec. 7th - 12th
Monday, December 7: No Worries in Heaven; Read Revelation 21:4. What have you done today to avoid death? Most of us are worried about staying alive and try to keep our lives as stress-free as possible and attempt to eat healthy. Why worry at all? When we get to heaven we will feel no pain and we won’t have to worry about getting old. We will all be ceaselessly strong.
Tuesday, December 8: Prayer Reminds Us; Read James 5:16. Prayer is the recognition that if God had not engaged Himself in our problems, we would still be lost in darkness. Prayer is that whole process that reminds us of who God is and who we are.
Wednesday, December 9: Grace Upon Grace; Read Philippians 4:11. What if God’s only gift to you were His grace to save you? Would you be content? You see from heaven’s perspective, grace is enough. If God did nothing more than save us from hell, could anyone complain?
Thursday, December 10: Prepared Like a Bride; Read John 3:29. John’s description of the future in the book of Revelation steals your breath away. In this final mountaintop encounter, God pulls back the curtain and allows the warrior to peak into the homeland. John chooses the most beautiful comparison that earth has to offer.
Friday, December 11: Just Pray; Read James 5:13. Do you want to know how to deepen your prayer life? Pray. Don’t prepare to pray, just pray. Don’t read about prayer, just pray. Don’t attend a lecture on prayer or engage in discussion about prayer, just pray.
Saturday, December 12: God Isn’t Hard to Find; Read Psalm 23:6. God is not hard to find; He is there in scripture, looking for Adam and Eve. God asks us “where are you?” as He continues His quest for the heart of man. It is a quest to follow His children, until His children follow Him.
(Grace. Gibbs., Thomas Nelson Inc. 2000.)
Tuesday, December 8: Prayer Reminds Us; Read James 5:16. Prayer is the recognition that if God had not engaged Himself in our problems, we would still be lost in darkness. Prayer is that whole process that reminds us of who God is and who we are.
Wednesday, December 9: Grace Upon Grace; Read Philippians 4:11. What if God’s only gift to you were His grace to save you? Would you be content? You see from heaven’s perspective, grace is enough. If God did nothing more than save us from hell, could anyone complain?
Thursday, December 10: Prepared Like a Bride; Read John 3:29. John’s description of the future in the book of Revelation steals your breath away. In this final mountaintop encounter, God pulls back the curtain and allows the warrior to peak into the homeland. John chooses the most beautiful comparison that earth has to offer.
Friday, December 11: Just Pray; Read James 5:13. Do you want to know how to deepen your prayer life? Pray. Don’t prepare to pray, just pray. Don’t read about prayer, just pray. Don’t attend a lecture on prayer or engage in discussion about prayer, just pray.
Saturday, December 12: God Isn’t Hard to Find; Read Psalm 23:6. God is not hard to find; He is there in scripture, looking for Adam and Eve. God asks us “where are you?” as He continues His quest for the heart of man. It is a quest to follow His children, until His children follow Him.
(Grace. Gibbs., Thomas Nelson Inc. 2000.)
Christmas Play and Pot Luck
On December 20th during the service we are presenting the Christmas play "All I Want for Christmas.... is Jesus!"
Following the service for the potluck this month we are just going to have sandwiches and chips and then birthday cake for Jesus. We are asking for a dozen or so cold sandwiches made and ready to eat for that potluck if you are planning to come. The chips and cake are going to be provided and drinks/ paper products are also taken care of so all we need is to have families bring sandwiches. THANKS!!
If you are in the play we are practicing during the Sunday School time for the next 2 weeks, then on Wed. night Dec. 16th at 6:00 following faith finders. The 20th we will probably want to run through it during the Sunday School time and make sure we have everything ready. Thanks to all who are participating... It's going to be great!!
Following the service for the potluck this month we are just going to have sandwiches and chips and then birthday cake for Jesus. We are asking for a dozen or so cold sandwiches made and ready to eat for that potluck if you are planning to come. The chips and cake are going to be provided and drinks/ paper products are also taken care of so all we need is to have families bring sandwiches. THANKS!!
If you are in the play we are practicing during the Sunday School time for the next 2 weeks, then on Wed. night Dec. 16th at 6:00 following faith finders. The 20th we will probably want to run through it during the Sunday School time and make sure we have everything ready. Thanks to all who are participating... It's going to be great!!
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Study Guide Nov. 30th - Dec. 5th
STUDY GUIDE
Monday November 30: Leaders Broker Human Resources; Read 1 Chronicles 18: 14-17. Effective leaders know their primary job isn't to amass personal accomplishments, but to accomplish as much as possible through the gifts of others. effective leaders inspire their associates to greater heights in several ways. They know the keys to their hearts. They know the gifts in their possession. They know the opportunities in their path.
Tuesday December 1: Go To The Very End; Read 2 Timothy 4: 6-7. Even people who feel that they lack talent can contribute if they possess a tenacious spirit. Being tenacious means: (1) Giving all that you have, not more than you have. (2) Working with determination, not waiting on destiny. (3) Quitting when the job is done, not when you are tired.
Wednesday December 2: Go The Distance; Read Genesis 12:1-3. God often asks us to do things that seem almost impossible. When we respond to God's desires we often find that what seems like an impossible task becomes very doable. God is testing our faith in Him, not our ability to accomplish His request.
Thursday December 3: Touch A Heart First; Read John 10:14, 27. One of the most common mistakes people make is trying to lead others before developing relationships with them. As you prepare to develop other people, take time to get to know each other. Ask them to share their stories with you and their journeys so far. Find out what makes them tick and their strengths and weaknesses.
Friday December 4: Life Cycle; Read Judges 2:10-11. The Book of Judges provides a vivid biography of leaders, followers, and human nature and describes a cycle repeated even today. The cycle goes as follows: rebellion, repression, repentance, restoration. Many of us go through this type cycle in our relationship with God. What part of this cycle are you in?
Saturday December 5: Decision To Delegate; Read Titus 1:5. One of the most common mistakes a coach can make is to misjudge the level of a player. All team players fit into one of four categories with regard to the type of leadership that they need. Players who need direction, players who need coaching, players who need support, and players to whom you delegate. Effective leaders possess the ability to determine what motivates each person.
(Leadership, Baker, Thomas Nelson, 2003.)
Monday November 30: Leaders Broker Human Resources; Read 1 Chronicles 18: 14-17. Effective leaders know their primary job isn't to amass personal accomplishments, but to accomplish as much as possible through the gifts of others. effective leaders inspire their associates to greater heights in several ways. They know the keys to their hearts. They know the gifts in their possession. They know the opportunities in their path.
Tuesday December 1: Go To The Very End; Read 2 Timothy 4: 6-7. Even people who feel that they lack talent can contribute if they possess a tenacious spirit. Being tenacious means: (1) Giving all that you have, not more than you have. (2) Working with determination, not waiting on destiny. (3) Quitting when the job is done, not when you are tired.
Wednesday December 2: Go The Distance; Read Genesis 12:1-3. God often asks us to do things that seem almost impossible. When we respond to God's desires we often find that what seems like an impossible task becomes very doable. God is testing our faith in Him, not our ability to accomplish His request.
Thursday December 3: Touch A Heart First; Read John 10:14, 27. One of the most common mistakes people make is trying to lead others before developing relationships with them. As you prepare to develop other people, take time to get to know each other. Ask them to share their stories with you and their journeys so far. Find out what makes them tick and their strengths and weaknesses.
Friday December 4: Life Cycle; Read Judges 2:10-11. The Book of Judges provides a vivid biography of leaders, followers, and human nature and describes a cycle repeated even today. The cycle goes as follows: rebellion, repression, repentance, restoration. Many of us go through this type cycle in our relationship with God. What part of this cycle are you in?
Saturday December 5: Decision To Delegate; Read Titus 1:5. One of the most common mistakes a coach can make is to misjudge the level of a player. All team players fit into one of four categories with regard to the type of leadership that they need. Players who need direction, players who need coaching, players who need support, and players to whom you delegate. Effective leaders possess the ability to determine what motivates each person.
(Leadership, Baker, Thomas Nelson, 2003.)
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